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Sweet Potato Rounds with Avocado Cream

Delightful and nutritious bites of roasted sweet potatoes paired with creamy avocado, perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potato Rounds
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes Sliced into 1/4 inch thick rounds
  • 1 ripe avocado For the crema
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For drizzling
  • Salt to taste Add according to preference
  • Pepper to taste Add according to preference
Optional Toppings
  • cilantro Chopped, for garnish
  • red pepper flakes For a spicy kick

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice the sweet potatoes into 1/4 inch thick rounds and place them on a baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until tender and the edges are slightly crispy.
  2. While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the avocado crema by blending the avocado, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor until smooth.
  3. Once the sweet potato rounds are done, remove them from the oven.
Serving
  1. Serve the warm sweet potato rounds topped with avocado crema and optional garnishes like cilantro or red pepper flakes.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. It's best to make avocado crema fresh as it can brown quickly.